Blog Posts in February, 2017

5 Ways to Strengthen Your Premises Liability Case

Posted By The Stewart Law Firm, PLLC || 27-Feb-2017

The majority of premises liability claims settle, as opposed to going to trial. However, the actual amount of the settlement depends on a variety of factors. Fortunately, there are steps you can take to strengthen your case and improve your position in negotiations. The following are five helpful suggestions that should help you work toward obtaining the most favorable outcome possible. #1: Prove ...

Who Can Bring a Wrongful Death Lawsuit in Texas?

Posted By The Stewart Law Firm, PLLC || 20-Feb-2017

Losing a loved one is an experience that can only be made worse when it comes as a result of sudden tragedy. Fortunately for the families of victims who are killed as a result of the negligent or wrongful acts of another, Texas’ wrongful death laws provide the legal channels through which family members can seek justice and economic compensation for their losses. According to Texas Statutes ...

Recovering Compensation After a Hit & Run Accident

Posted By The Stewart Law Firm, PLLC || 13-Feb-2017

While car accidents are often simple to settle if all parties involved are present, hit and run collisions are more complicated since one party flees the scene before the other can obtain their contact information. If you are the victim of a hit and run accident, it is important to take the following steps: Gather as much information as possible. Write down as much as you can about the hit and run ...

Boat Accident on Lake Austin? Here's What To Do!

Posted By The Stewart Law Firm, PLLC || 6-Feb-2017

Texas is home to various bodies of water, including inland freshwater rivers and lakes, as well as the entire southern gulf coastline. The state ranks 6 th in the nation for most registered and owned water-crafts, with approximately 600,000 registered boats. Unfortunately, thousands of boating accidents occur every year. Many of these at-fault operators lack experience, drive in a reckless and ...